Adamstown crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
690 recorded in this period, compared with 911 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Adamstown
Adamstown is an established inner-city suburb of Newcastle, New South Wales, located approximately 5 kilometres southwest of the Newcastle central business district within the City of Newcastle local government area (Postcode 2289). The locality is predominantly residential, characterized by a mix of traditional Federation-era housing, post-war cottages, and modern infill developments. According to the 2021 Australian census, Adamstown supports a diverse population with a strong representation of families, professionals, and long-term residents, benefiting from its strategic positioning within the broader Hunter Region.
The suburb functions as a self-sustaining residential node centered primarily around a commercial strip along Brunker Road. This retail precinct provides essential services, local businesses, and dining options to the community. Adamstown is well-connected by public transport, featuring the Adamstown railway station on the Central Coast & Newcastle Line, which provides direct commuter access to Sydney and Newcastle's interchange. The locality also features several local parks, sporting facilities, and proximity to educational institutions, supporting an active urban lifestyle.
Historically, Adamstown developed in the late 19th century, experiencing rapid growth driven by the expansion of the region's coal mining industry and the opening of the railway. It was incorporated as a municipality in 1885 before being amalgamated into the City of Greater Newcastle in 1938. The suburb retains significant architectural heritage from this period, including historic worker's cottages, commercial facades, and civic buildings that reflect its working-class coal-mining origins and evolution into a modern residential suburb.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Transport regulatory offences | 126 | 262 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 83 | 94 |
| Malicious damage to property | 61 | 39 |
| Fraud | 47 | 35 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 40 | 47 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 33 | 33 |
| Other theft | 26 | 22 |
| Steal from dwelling | 24 | 33 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 23 | 16 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 23 | 25 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 23 | 21 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 23 | 21 |
| Steal from retail store | 23 | 42 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 18 | 30 |
| Breach bail conditions | 16 | 20 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 14 | 10 |
| Other offences | 12 | 11 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 12 | 11 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 6,335 residents. This is not a current population estimate.
Sources and interpretation
These are police-recorded incident or victim counts, not every unreported incident or a prediction of personal safety. Percentage changes are not tests of statistical significance; small counts need particular care.